Denver's Essential Barbecue Restaurants

"Going far beyond the standard smoked meat platters, the Georgia-born gents who run this Longmont staple (with outposts in Greeley and Frederick) get creative with their ’cue, serving everything from pulled pork and chopped chicken to brisket and smoked turkey atop nachos, fries, tater tots, baked potatoes, mac and cheese, salads, and tacos as well as in elaborate sandwiches. It’s an occasion for gluttony for sure — but no feast here is complete without a side of sweet potato casserole and banana pudding for dessert." - Rebecca Treon, Eater Staff, Nisa Sedaghat, Ruth Tobias